cooperative federations

A cooperative federation is an umbrella organization that unites multiple individual cooperatives, allowing them to collaborate, share resources, and strengthen their collective bargaining power. Each cooperative remains autonomous and member-owned, focusing on common goals such as mutual support, joint purchasing, or shared services. This structure helps small or local cooperatives operate more efficiently and sustainably by leveraging cooperation without losing their independence. Essentially, it's a way for individual cooperatives to work together as a larger, coordinated entity while maintaining their own local identities.